contentedly
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Definition
Adverb: - In a manner that shows satisfaction, happiness, or peaceful acceptance; in a contented way.
Usage
The adverb "contentedly" describes how an action is performed, specifically with a feeling of contentment. It modifies verbs to indicate that someone is doing something while feeling pleased, satisfied, and at ease.
Examples
- She sighed contentedly after finishing the delicious meal.
- The cat purred contentedly in the warm sunlight.
- He worked contentedly in his garden all afternoon.
Advanced Usage
- "To live contentedly": To lead a life characterized by satisfaction and acceptance of one's circumstances.
- Despite having little, they lived simply and contentedly.
- "To smile/contentedly": To smile in a way that expresses deep satisfaction or peaceful happiness.
- The child fell asleep, smiling contentedly.
Variants and Related Words
- Contented (adjective): Feeling or showing happiness and satisfaction.
- She had a contented expression on her face.
- Contentment (noun): A state of happiness and satisfaction.
- He found great contentment in his retirement.
Synonyms
- Happily
- Satisfiedly
- Peacefully
- Blissfully
Antonyms
- Discontentedly
- Restlessly
- Uneasily
Adverb
- with equanimity
- `I bought it,' she said contentedly